Mechanical engineering technicians will solve problems in energy management for use in "clean rooms" or other controlled environments. They will use drafting programs such as Inventor for machine design and manufacturing.

How much can I earn?

Approximate starting salaries in the Portland area:

Starting salary with AAS degree: $30,000 - $40,000.

With experience: $40,000 - $50,000.

Who will hire me?

Graduates of the Mechanical Engineering Technology program may work for manufacturers,
consulting engineering firms, contractors, educational institutions, and equipment
sales organizations. Graduates work for firms like: